JRMGE is an academic publication in English, jointly under the auspice of Chinese Society for Rock Mechanics and Engineering, Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences and Wuhan University. It is mainly focused on the issues of the latest international research achievements on rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering, and it provides an opportunity for overseas colleagues to understand the current development of rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering in various countries, including China. The topics covered by the JRMGE include theories, new developments, methods, experiences, in-situ and laboratory tests, and trends of rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering in China and overseas. The Journal was started on Oct. 26, 2009.